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What is the League, and why should we join?
The League of Chicago Theatres has proudly served the Chicago theatre community for 30 years through programs and services that directly impact our member theaters. Members range from intimate storefronts to major cultural centers with multi-million dollar productions and locations as far west as Aurora and as far north as Glencoe. We are an alliance that advocates for and promotes Chicago's theater industry locally, nationally and internationally. It is our mission to provide the support and leadership to help our theaters thrive. Your membership helps make our community strong. As a collective, we leverage our strength to build partnerships that help develop and engage audiences. The League is its members. They drive the programs and initiatives that make the organization one of the most successful and innovative theater collectives in the country. This is a great time for you to make a difference in the community and to let the League make a difference for your company.
The League serves many functions for the theatre community including:
Audience Development
From the inception of hot tix 30 years ago to the creation of more recent programs like theater thursdays and free night of theater, audience development has always been a priority of the league. Through collaborative programs and initiatives the league is dedicated to building new theatre-going audiences and bringing them to your theater.
Programs:
- Hot Tix, half-price ticket program
- Cooperative Advertising
- Play Money gift certificates
- Theater Thursdays
- Free Night of Theater
Communication and Community
Being a member of the league of chicago theatres positions your company alongside 200 other Chicago area theaters of all sizes and types. You are a part of the rich history and tradition of producing theater in Chicago. The league is committed to being a central information knowledgebase for the community, serving a communication role, advocating, making connections and leveraging the strength of the community for the benefit of everyone.
Programs and services:
- Advocacy
- Broadcast Email
- ChicagoPlays Wiki
- Listservs
- Opening Night Calendar
- Theater Rental List
- World Theatre Day
Professional Development
The Chicago theater community is made up of theatres of all sizes, but many are emerging companies that struggle to address the challenges of growth and development. The league is dedicated to serving the community through free professional development workshops and events on a variety of topics to bring the community together and help every member theater grow and achieve their own vision and goals as a company.
Programs:
- Theater Dish
- Emerging Theater Roundtables
- Managing Director Roundtables
- Marketing Roundtables
- Intern Networking Events
- Mentorships
- Broadway In Chicago Emerging Theater Award
Become a member of the League of Chicago Theatres and gain access to the many valuable benefits!
For additional information about membership contact Ben Thiem, Director of Member Services, at 312-554-9800 or
Ben@chicagoplays.com
Membership
Membership Application Form (for new members only)
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